2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1999 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Dakota | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
